It's a thrill akin to finding buried treasure -- that moment when you rip up the dusty carpets of your newly purchased home and discover that (bingo!) there are hardwood floors underneath. Wooden floors are one of the most enduringly popular home decor features. See full article.

Fifty years! Fifty: 5-0! That’s how long it’s been since the passage of the Voting Rights Act. It was meant to be the end of government-sponsored racism, but a 2013 Supreme Court ruling pretty much gutted it by allowing states to impose restrictions...

There’s a terrific scene near the end of Mike Leigh’s resplendent biopic “Mr. Turner.” In it, Leigh’s subject, celebrated British landscape painter J.M.W. Turner, sits for one of those newfangled daguerreotype photos.

NEW YEAR EXPANSION*43 F/T POSITIONS*Our Mid-Mo company is having its largest expansion in 20 years! All departments needing help & we provide training. All openings are long term & have astarting pay of $430 -$540/wk depending on position! Positions range from entry-level customer service, General Labor up to Manager Trainee. We offer: *Weekly pay*Full-time/consistent hours*Vacation time.

TonyĂ˘ÂÂ™s Diesel Hiring full time Diesel Mechanic. Ability to rebuild engines and diagnosis electrical issues. CDL, and able to work nights and weekends. If qualified call660-882-9780 Mon- Fri 8-5 or apply in person

A leading PVC pipe manufacturer, is currently seeking a Maintenance Electrician. Full benefits including medical, dental, life ins, 401k, and uniforms after 90 days. Successful candidate will possess strong mechanical aptitude and have experience in PLC's, 3-phase/high voltage systems and AC/DC motor controllers. City of Columbia electrical certification required. Working knowledge of refrigeration system would be helpful. Position requires overtime as needed. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply in person, 8a-5p, M-F at 6500 N Brown Station Rd. Columbia, Mo. Or submit resume w/ salary requirements c/o Human Resources. No phone calls please. A pre-employment physical & ds required. EOE.

SUBWAY STORE MANAGERBoonville, MOAre you a high energy, positive person with an All-Star attitude? Do you manage others well? Are you great with customers? All-Star Subway managers can earn close to $40,000 per year withhealth, life, dental, 401K & otherbenefits. Only All-Stars need apply. Send resumes to:hiringmanager@socket.net Applicants must pass drug screen and backgroundcheck. EOE

Maintenance of the building, grounds and equipment. Assisting maintenance manager in repairs and preventative maintenance. Must be able to respond to emergency on-call.

Must have high school diploma or GED. Be able to read technical operating manuals. Have at least 4 years experience in maintenance with experience in heating and cooling, general plumbing, mechanical and carpentry. Must be able to lift 75 pounds and operate basic maintenance machinery.